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JJ Redick Says Rui Hachimura Out About a Week With Calf Soreness

Lineup changes elevate Jake LaRavia, with Austin Reaves plus Gabe Vincent still sidelined.

Overview

  • Hachimura experienced right calf soreness after Sunday’s win over the Kings and was ruled out against the Pistons, with Redick targeting a return next week.
  • Team reporters indicated he will miss at least the next two games, including both matchups with the Grizzlies this week.
  • Austin Reaves remains sidelined by a grade 2 left calf strain confirmed by a Dec. 25 MRI, carrying a multiweek recovery timeline.
  • Gabe Vincent has been out since Dec. 14 with a lumbar/back strain as the Lakers continue to shuffle lineups, starting Jake LaRavia versus Detroit for their 17th different opening group in 31 games.
  • Hachimura has started every game he has played, averaging 12.7 points, and he is in the final season of a three-year, $51 million contract.